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1. Atty. Mike started teaching Agrarian Reform and Taxation in June 2001 at the Arts and Sciences Department of the Far Eastern University. In 2005, he moved to San Sebastian Institute of Law where he taught Political Law. Is Atty. Mike exempt from complying with the MCLE for the 4th compliance period in April 2013? A. No, since he has yet to complete the required teaching experience to be exempt. B. No, because he is not yet a bar reviewer. C. Yes, since by April 2013, he will have been teaching law for more than 10 years. D. Yes, since he updated himself in law by engaging in teaching. 2. The acknowledgment appearing in a deed of sale reads: “Before me personally appeared this 30 August 2010 Milagros A. Ramirez, who proved her identity to me through witnesses: 1. Rosauro S. Balana, Passport UU123456; 1-5-2010/ Baguio City; and 2. Elvira N. Buela, Passport VV200345; 1-17-2009/ Manila. “Both witnesses, of legal ages, under oath declare that: Milagros A. Ramirez is personally known to them; she is the same seller in the foregoing deed of sale; she does not have any current identification document nor can she obtain one within a reasonable time; and they are not privy to or are interested in the deed he signed.” What is the status of such a notarial acknowledgment? A. Questionable since the notary public is not shown to personally know the principal party. B. Ineffective since it included parties not privy to the deed. C. Invalid since the evidence of identity is non-compliant with the notarial rules. D. Valid since it is a manner of establishing the identity of the person executing the document. 3. Atty. Francisco’s retainer agreement with RXU said that his attorney's fees in its case against CRP “shall be 15% of the amounts collected.” Atty. Francisco asked the trial court to issue a temporary restraining order against CRP but this was denied, prompting him to file a petition for certiorari with the Court of Appeals to question the order of denial. At this point, RXU terminated Atty. Francisco’s services. When the parties later settled their dispute amicably, CRP paid RXU P100 million. Because of this, Atty. Francisco came around and claimed a 15% share in the amount. What should be his attorney’s fees? A. Nothing because the compromise came after RXU terminated him. B. 15% of what CRP paid RXU or P15 million. C. A reasonable amount that the court shall fix upon proof of quantum meruit. D. Nothing since he was unable to complete the work stated in the retainer contract. 4. Lee became a lawyer in 1988 under a claim that he is a Filipino like his parents. Efren sought Lee’s disbarment on the ground that he really is a Chinese. To prove he is a Filipino, Lee cited an Albay regional trial court’s final

since those rulings were not appealed to the Supreme Court. Its members earn by charging specified emoluments or fees. Is Lee’s claim to Filipino citizenship valid? A. who happened to be child of Judge Florante's daughter. 6. D. When trial resumed. because Florante breached the rule on mandatory disqualification. Remind the Court that it has the duty to promptly decide the case. What must Sheryl do? A. Interpose no objection since she too once sought postponement without Bernadine's objection. Judge Florante insisted that he committed no wrong since the proceeding was non-adversarial and since it merely sought to correct an erroneous entry in the child’s birth certificate. People are quite dependent on lawyers for their skills in getting them out of trouble with the law. C. No. since the mention of his citizenship in the land case was just incidental. The profession is anchored on a fiduciary relation with the client. Later. since his parents are Filipinos based on what he said in his bar exam petition. B. Eric then asked Sheryl not to allow any further postponements because his case has been pending for 8 years. Vehemently oppose Bernadine's motion for being contrary to Eric's wishes. This prompted the IBP to recommend the dismissal of the complaint. 5. because the rulings in his favor have become final and executory. In a verified complaint. once asked for postponement and the court granted it since the opposing counsel. B. Pilita. D. Yes. No. Raul sought Ely's disbarment for notarizing a deed of sale knowing that four of the sellers were dead. Ely admitted that he notarized the deed of sale but only after his client assured him that the signatures of the others were authentic. Its members strive to maintain honesty even in their private dealings. Yes. Eric's counsel. Yes. since the correction in the child’s record affects the details of birth of the child. C. not Chinese as there stated. No. Joshua. C. This final judgment resulted in the correction of his birth records in a separate special proceeding to show he is a Filipino. Can the
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. 7. Bernadine. Bernadine moved to reset the trial because of her infant's ailment. Is Judge Florante liable? A. D. because it is true the proceeding was non-adversarial so it prejudiced no one. Raul moved to have the complaint against him dismissed on the ground that it was filed because of a misunderstanding which had already been clarified. No. C. because Judge Florante has no pecuniary interest in the proceeding. Sheryl. 8. Which of the following statements best describes the distinct traditional dignity that the legal profession enjoys over other professions? A. B. Kathy said that Judge Florante decided a petition for correction of entry involving the birth record of her grandson. Submit the motion to the Court's sound discretion.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A judgment in an action to recover real property which mentioned his citizenship as Filipino. D. Yes. B. did not object.

appeared before the Supreme Court on behalf of Landbank. a retired Court of Appeals justice. 31 December 2012 B. a friend. Lyndon. Justice Frank. Notarizing a verification and certification against forum shopping in Manila Hotel at the request of his Senator-client. 11 November 2011 D. pointing out that the same is unethical and smacks of opportunism since he obviously capitalizes on his judicial experience. D. During conciliation. since no compelling reason remained to continue with it. was delisted as heir when he was in fact one. The landowner questioned Justice Frank's appearance in the case. Yes. Antonio's notarial commission expire if he applied for and was given such commission on 12 November 2010? A. given Ely’s admission that he notarized the document when some signatories were absent. Fely came with Sarah. she is absolutely forbidden to appear in barangay conciliations. When Sarah formally appeared as lawyer for her sister. When will Atty. because the Court can always dismiss the case without prejudice to a genuine conciliation. Which of the following will subject Atty. No. D. 12. the barangay issued a certificate to file action after the parties failed to settle their differences. Refusing to notarize an extra-judicial settlement deed after noting that Ambo. B. Elaine filed a complaint against Fely before their barangay concerning a contract that they entered into. Yes. C. C.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A dismissal be allowed? A. because she has to represent her sister who was a minor. C. 31 December 2011 C. a government bank. B. because as a lawyer. Is Sarah liable? A. The barangay captain let Sarah assist her sister. Notarizing a deed of sale for someone he knew without requiring any proof of identity. Yes. in a case involving the compensable value of the property taken from a landowner under the agrarian reform law. a Manila notary public. unless the complainant executes an affidavit of desistance. Performing signature witnessing involving his brother-in-law and recording it in his register. who claimed the right to represent her minor sister. Yes. Elaine filed an administrative complaint against her for taking part in the barangay conciliation and preventing the parties from taking meaningful advantage of the same. but recall Ely's notarial commission since the charge against him seems meritorious. No. 11 November 2012 10. Is Justice Frank's appearance in the case valid?
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. Eventually. to sanctions under the notarial rules? A. No. because what Sarah did was deceitful and amounts to fraud. B. No. 11. D. 9.

since he was merely asserting his right to collect his fees. Benny’s action correct? A. 14. C. a leadership struggle erupted in NWD between faction A and faction B. D. because he cannot enjoy his retirement pay and at the same time work for a government institution. But she offered no further evidence. No. B. Yes. the complainant. Arthur had no vacancy to fill up. because Agnes has yet to establish that Rudy's decision is plainly erroneous. Arthur in his place. C. not by an administrative suit. to allow him a charging lien over the money in the amount of P500. Judge Rudy recalled the entry of judgment in the case. Benny got a P2 million final judgment in his client’s favor.6 million in damages.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A
A. No. Yes. reversed himself. Chito right?
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. B. No. The Court issued a writ of execution for the whole judgment in Atty. Two years later. B. Yes. because reconsidering the judgment of conviction that the MTC and he earlier issued shows anomaly in Judge Rudy's action. without informing his client. he should have waited for at least a year to avoid improprieties. hired Atty. 13. D. upon Lorna’s motion and after ascertaining that her counsel never received the court's decision. because the law allows such appearance as long as the government is not the adverse party. On appeal. since he would anyway give the excess to his client after getting his fees.000. Shortly after. and absolved Lorna of guilt. Chito as private counsel for a year with the consent of the Office of the Government Corporate Counsel (OGCC). Is Atty. Should Judge Rudy be disciplined? A. No. Php1. Eventually. since Landbank does not perform government function. C. Chito had instituted. because he gravely abused his discretion in recalling the entry of judgment. With OGCC’s approval. Benny's name with an order for him to turn over the excess to his client. No. saying that it is plain from the circumstances that he connived with Lorna. Agnes filed an administrative complained against Judge Rudy. because Agnes' complaint is merely based on suspicions and speculations. Siding with the first. Rudy denied the charges and asserted that any error in his judgment is correctible only by an appeal. a local water district entity. his agreed fees. he promptly asked the court. Yes. Chito’s retainer on 14 January 2007. Atty. since he did not disclose to his client the matter of getting a charging lien and a writ of execution in his name. When Atty. Is Atty. After Atty. RTC Judge Rudy affirmed the MTC’s conviction of Lorna for violation of the bouncing checks law and awarded Agnes. On 17 April 2006 NWD. since his fees are excessive. her counsel. the court upheld Faction B which thus revoked Atty. Yes. Arthur sought the dismissal of the actions that Atty. No. Yes. Claiming an unjust judgment. and the handling prosecutor. the latter objected on the ground that his term had not yet expired and Atty. NWD hired Atty. Chito filed several actions against the members of faction B. 15. D.

Which of the following statements applies to her case? A. C. because Atty. C. Atty. a judicial system that caters to the needs of the poor and the weak. less his fees. No. 19. because Atty. Still. Ferdie later sued Emily for giving false testimony since her own doctor’s report contradicted it. Is Atty. C. No. Turn over the cash to his client with a request that the latter pay him his fees. She also serves as director of a stock corporation devoted to penal reform. All of her activities are legal. Arthur would have violated the rule on forum shopping. Yes. Yes. the driver of the other car. public confidence in its judicial system and in the moral authority and integrity of its judiciary. the existence of independent and impartial tribunals that have the support of its government. She teaches law and delivers lectures on law. In settling his client's claims. 16. Judge Cristina has many law-related activities. B. Chito’s continued appearances in the cases was without authority since 14 January 2007. No. Cruz to handle the money? A. B. because Atty. where she participates in both fund raising and fund management. because Emily did not permit him to reveal the falsity to the court. because he did not advise his client to settle the case amicably. D. Atty. Emily claimed that her injuries were serious when Atty. 18. No. Her activities are acceptable except the part where she is involved in fund management. for damages. She can teach law and deliver lectures on law but not do the other things. Atty. Which of the following is an IMPROPER way for Atty. D. Chito has the duty to expose the irregularities committed by the members of Faction B. D. No. Deposit the cash in his own bank account and later issue his personal check to his client. She should not engage in fund raising activities. Some in the government consult her on their legal problems. Jose for foisting a false testimony in court. D. Cruz received from the adverse party P200. During direct examination. Chito’s retainer and authority remained valid until 17 April 2006. Tell his client about the settlement and the cash and wait for the client's instructions. C. B.
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.Noel and Emily who were involved in a road accident sued Ferdie. Jose represented only Noel but he called Emily to testify for his client. Yes. B. Jose knew that they were not. He also sued Atty. C. Ask his client to prepare a check for his fees for swapping with the cash. One of the foundation principles of the Bangalore Draft of the Code of Judicial Conduct is the importance in a modern democratic society of A.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A A. Jose did not contest such claim. Jose liable? A. because he knowingly let Emily's false testimony pass for truth.000 in cash for his client. B. because Atty. 17. because he did not knowingly arrange for Emily to lie in court.

but she cannot reveal any confidential information she previously got. When WXT appealed to the Court of Appeals. a non-lawyer. a labor federation president. D. Jennifer lost touch of her client. D. Jennifer was privy because she handled Lenie's old case. since John can very well represent Luisa. In the document copy he certified. it may be assumed that they are updated on legal developments. represented Luisa. Evelyn asked Atty. As experts in local governance. D. Is Eric's appearance before the Court of Appeals valid? A. A difficult client directed his counsel to bring up to the Supreme Court the trial court’s dismissal of their action. Yes. C. the fees awarded to him. No. Jennifer act as counsel for Evelyn? A. Provincial Governors and Municipal Mayors who are lawyers are MCLE exempt because A. for Eric has a personal stake. 20. they handle cases of their constituents for free. 15% for Atty. Such action involved certain facts. B. he not being a lawyer. Jennifer to represent her in an action against Lenie. because the representation of another in courts can be entrusted only to lawyers. No. they are rendering public service. Yes. In the will acknowledged before him. In due course. but she must notify Lenie before accepting the case. the Local Government Code prohibits them from practicing their profession. John and 10% for Eric. Yes. in defending the NLRC's decision in the case. to which Atty. Which of the following options should counsel take?
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. Atty. since that appeal is a mere continuation of the labor dispute that began at the NLRC. John questioned Eric’s continued appearance before that court on Luisa’s behalf. a dismissed WXT employee. Eric. B. 23. Atty. 24. No. In the jurat of a secretary's certificate. 21. After representing Lenie in an important lawsuit from 1992 to 1995. 22. C. John represented Luisa's two cocomplainants. D. No. B. C. Can Atty. Atty. but she can assist another lawyer who will handle the case. some confidential. In what documented act will a notary public’s failure to affix the expiration date of his commission warrant administrative sanction? A. Ten years later in 2005. the NLRC reinstated the three complainants with backwages and awarded 25% of the backwages as attorney’s fees.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A D. judges who are learned in law and jurisprudence. because her duty to keep the confidences of previous clients remains. Counsel believes that the trial court acted correctly and that an appeal would be futile. C. she being in the same situation as his own clients. before the NLRC. B. In the signature witnessing he performed. Yes.

No. because he did not inform Lisa of the basis of his interest in the case. Administrative proceedings against Judges of all courts and Justices of the Court of Appeals and the Sandiganbayan shall be A. Yes. Counsel for Philzea Mining appealed a decision of the Bureau of Mines. since the action he filed with the Court of Appeals was barred by the pendency of a similar action before the Environment Secretary. because none of the parties to the case authorized him to do such followup. public but subdued. since his appeal to the Environment Secretary was administrative. Atty. Submit a new retainer proposal to the client for a higher fee. C. Yes. Anthony first secure such a copy. Engage a collaborating counsel who can assist in the case. private but transparent. which was adverse to his client. he filed a special civil action of certiorari with the Court of Appeals for the annulment of the same decision. Yes. Elevate the case to the Supreme Court as directed by client. Shamed by this. D. B. 27. private and confidential. On the third year after his admission as member.When does the initial MCLE compliance period of a newly admitted member of the bar begin? A. 26. C. On the tenth day of the month of his admission. No. On the first day of the month of his admission. C. because he acted in good faith with a view to a possible retainer. because following up the records of any case does not constitute practice of law. 28. if the case records have already been remanded to the MTC as the Court of Appeals directed. Is Anthony liable for his record follow up? A. Anthony defends his follow-up action by claiming good faith and the possibility of entering his appearance later. B.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A
A. D. a condemnable practice. No. Did counsel commit any ethical impropriety in his actions? A. B. the RTC clerk of court. to the Environment Secretary. C. since he has to exhaust all available remedies to serve his client’s
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. D. B. No. since he was evidently shopping for a sympathetic forum. Withdraw from the case to temper the client’s propensity to litigate. When Lisa suggested that Atty. Lisa said no. D. Yes. saying that the RTC had not yet received a certified copy of the Court of Appeals’ decision. not judicial. On the first year of the next succeeding compliance period. public. C. Although not counsel in a particular case. 25. Lisa filed a disciplinary action against him for encroaching on the work of the lawyers of record. D. Anthony asked Lisa. At about the same time. the latter scolded her. B.

Yes. B. A Court Administrator's auditing team found that Judge Ruby used business cards which stated. D. the presiding judge died. Atty. Atty. B. since Alex had a valid identification document. because she should have offered her services for free. Alex. Myra needs to produce a valid identification document of herself. Mamerto advised John of the consequences of his plea of not guilty to the charge. B. 29. because he was merely a counsel de oficio. D. Elma to notarize her deed of sale. Yes. however. Yes. No.” and “one of the most sought after private law practitioners” before she joined the judiciary. When Elma asked for Myra's competent evidence of identity. in addition to her official title as presiding judge of her court. C. B. her law school’s “class valedictorian. Ruby pointed out that business cards can include the person’s “title” which is broad enough to include in her case her standing in the bar and all the honors she earned. No. Serving as counsel de oficio. While visiting him at the hospital. because she showed a hunger for publicity and recognition that debases her judicial post. Did Ruby commit an impropriety? A. Melissa subject to disciplinary action if she eventually handles the case for him? A. unless the cards were given to her as a gift. No.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A interest. John quickly moved for the judge’s disqualification. because she is free to include in her business cards details that say who she is. C. because Melissa did not directly volunteer her services. who showed Atty. No. Melissa witnessed the car accident that resulted in injury to Manny. all of which are true. that she is bar topnotcher. she presented her friend. No. because his knowledge of John’s case affects his judgment. because his service to John was just momentary. D. Is Alex’s identification of Myra valid? A. 30. C. Yes. Is Atty. a friend of hers. Is Judge Mamerto under obligation to inhibit himself from the case? A. 33. she advised him about what action he needed to take regarding the accident. Elma his driver’s license and confirmed her Myra’s identity. because he served as John's counsel. Before trial could be held. 32. Yes. 31. No. Atty. Instead. Yes. No. Mamerto was appointed judge and John’s case was assigned to him by raffle. because Manny happened to be a friend. No. D. Atty. because all she stated in her business cards are true. she engaged in typical ambulance chasing. As it happened. Yes. since Alex is not himself a party to the document. provided Alex states in the deed of sale that he knew Myra personally. C. Yes. Asked to explain this seeming impropriety. she explained that she does not have any current identification document nor could she get one soon. Myra asked Atty. Eliseo represented Allan in a collection suit against the Philippine
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Still. so long as counsel did not knowingly make false statements or act in reckless disregard of truth. since counsel did not use obscene language. C. Hearing and adjudicating cases is an important job. Failing to send to client a requested legal opinion until after the latter gave him the additional documents he requested. Counsel said that the public should know the injustice to which his client was being subjected. 37. D. Is Atty.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO). Updating his client about the status of his case by phone and electronic mail. because rather than defend the judicial system as was his duty. Impeachment. Eliseo right? A. B. C. B. D. he attacked it. Atty. Litigants are made for the courts. In response. Failing to rehearse his client on his testimony before the trial. 35. What is the method of national inquiry into the conduct of Supreme Court magistrates? A. B. After his election as sangguniang bayan member. C. because he does not appear in the case as a municipal official. No.
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. because his official duties do not conflict with his private practice. B. No. No. C. Yes. 36. prompting the PCSO to question his right to do so. the court rendered a decision in PCSO’s favor. Courts should dispose of their cases on time. Yes. Can counsel be disciplined for his utterances? A. D. What unhealthy attitude of mind should a judge avoid falling into? A. Eliseo appeared for Allan in the latter’s appeal. Which of the following instances demonstrates counsel’s LACK of diligence in serving his client's interest? A. Administrative investigation. C. Failing to file his client’s appeal brief despite 2 extensions upon the excuse that the client did not coordinate with him. because he cannot appear against a government instrumentality in a civil case. B. Disqualification. Yes. even if the judge may have actually made unfair rulings in the course of trial. 34. Eliseo claimed that the local government code authorizes him to practice law as long it does not conflict with his duties. counsel for the accused told television viewers how the judge unfairly ruled to stop his witness from testifying fully about certain aspects of the case that would help the accused. D. Courts are made for litigants. Yes. because he works on his private case at the sacrifice of public service. Atty. After hearing in a sensational criminal case. Disbarment. No. D.

To whom may the Supreme Court refer complaints against lawyers for investigation? A.
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. Absolutely nothing. Counsel's desire to withdraw. 41. D. unless Beth was ill-advised in filing her complaint in court. Opposing counsel’s conformity to the withdrawal. B. D. But he disputed this. C. Which of the following characteristics pertains to a charging lien? A. Atty. No. C. Counsel addressing the court as “Your Honor” at all times. claiming that he had not practiced law since he did not receive compensation from Beth for his help. 42. It may be exercised before judgment or execution.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A 38. Winston another lawyer. A flat hourly rate for the time he invested in the case. Payment of withdrawal fee. B. Counsel consistently appearing in court on time. They lost the case. Which of the following is required of counsel when withdrawing his services to a client in a case? A. B. Woman counsel appearing in court dressed in business attire. C. Is Ronnie correct? A. D. Arthur agreed to represent Patrick in a personal injury case after the latter signed a retainer agreement for a 33% fee contingent on their winning the case. C. B. expressed in his motion. It involves documents placed in the lawyer's possession by reason of the retainer. D. for so long as he did not sign the complaint or appeared as Beth's lawyer. Counsel obeying court's orders and processes. Yes. When the lawyer for the defendant learned of it. B. No. Yes. Client's written consent filed in court. It does not need any notice to the client to make it effective. In the course of trial. Patrick dismissed Atty. Arthur after he presented their evidence in chief and engaged Atty. because receipt of compensation is not the sole determinant of legal practice. C. Ronnie. because he could as a paralegal provide competent legal help to litigants. It cannot attach to judgments for delivery of real estates. a paralegal in a law firm. Arthur be entitled to? A. Integrated Bar of the Philippines. he told Ronnie to desist from practicing law. 43. 40. helped Beth in a property dispute in which she was involved by giving her legal advice and preparing a complaint that she eventually filed in court under her own signature. Which of the following demonstrates the lawyer's duty to give the court the respect it deserves? A. 39. D. What fee would Atty. The reasonable value of his services. Thirty three percent of the fee actually paid to Winston.

because it is professionally reprehensible for a lawyer to be unavailable to a person in need. only one Alfredo Prado was in the roll of attorneys.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A B. she confronted him about the title. 44. and upon a vote of 10-5. After eight months. C. Can the Court cite Patrick for contempt? A. because such complaints do not prescribe. he received summons directing him to answer a disbarment complaint that pertained to a document he notarized more than 10 years ago from appointment date. Armando. He merely incurred civil liability for a failed transaction. the Court actually rendered an adverse decision only on December 7. Five years after his appointment. he having taken advantage of Menchu who was not fully protected and had no independent advice. Yes. Ramon borrowed his client's (Menchu) land title. D. C. Armado take against Vicente who had taken a dead lawyer’s identity?
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. Ben got appointed as Regional Trial Court judge. Must the complaint be dismissed? A. Alfredo Prado appeared in a case as legal officer of the Land Registration Authority (LRA). Judicial and Bar Council. No. D. B. Atty. Will the malpractice action prosper? A. What action can Atty. because actions on contracts prescribe in 10 years. D. After several years as a private practitioner. After Menchu tracked him down. knew an Atty. because the right to free expression occupies a high rank in the hierarchy of cherished rights. Asked to explain his misleading article. Atty. 47. because he wrote a lie in his column. On November 28 Atty. C. Ramon answered that his license to practice law cannot be in issue. He then offered to just buy the property and gave her five checks for it but these bounced. Atty. When Atty. D. Patrick said that his constitutionally protected right to free expression covered what he wrote. Yes. because his article obstructs and degrades the administration of justice. No. Charged with malpractice. No. No. Yes. Armando checked with the Supreme Court. He sought the dismissal of the complaint arguing that the cause of action has prescribed. No. since Menchu did not transact business with Atty. But. B. but the complaint should be verified to ensure transparency. Atty. 46. Yes. because courts must simply ignore public opinion and the media when rendering decisions. Alfredo Prado from his province who had been dead for years. Yes. Patrick wrote in a newspaper column that the Supreme Court already decided in favor of the validity of the Executive Order that created the Truth Commission upon a vote of 13-2. because his failure to pay his obligation only makes him civilly liable. B. His opponent. 45. Office of the Court Administrator. because the complaint creates a chilling effect on judicial independence. No. Office of the Bar Confidant. as it turned out. C. Yes. Menchu demanded its return but he failed to comply and changed his residence. Ramon as a lawyer.

Administrative penalties imposed on judges are A. 48.Bar Examination Questionnaire for Legal Ethics Set A
A. Meeting with his client’s opponent over lunch to discuss settlement without telling his client. 49. Accepting a tough case although he is new in practice. a witness for the accused. D. because he effectively deprived the defense of its right to due process when he acted both as prosecutor and judge. D. punitive. Yes. Criminally prosecute Vicente for theft of Alfredo's identity and law practice. a fact that weighed on the case of the accused. Which of the following demonstrates a lawyer’s fidelity to known practices and customs of the bar regarding a case he is handling? A. One question forced Sheila to admit that her mother was living with another man. No. corrective. trusting that his diligence would make up for lack of experience. Judge Pedro denied the motion. his ten questions could not be considered an undue intervention. insisting that bolstering a party’s case is incidental to the court’s desire to be clarified.Yes. D. C. No. D. because nothing connects his desire to be clarified with the questions he asked. After the prosecution cross-examined Shiela. Criminally prosecute Vicente for estafa for making money upon false pretense. Treating his client’s disclosures as confidential but not the documents he submits for review. B. Did Pedro commit an impropriety? A.
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. C. C. because the judge is free to inquire into any aspect of the case that would clarify the evidence for him. curative. 50. B. File direct contempt action against Vicente for deceiving the court. Inviting the judge hearing the case to dinner with no purpose to discuss the case with him. B. both punitive and corrective. This prompted the latter’s counsel to move to expunge the judge’s questions for building on the prosecution's case. B. C. Institute a disbarment case against Vicente for misrepresenting himself as lawyer. Judge Pedro asked her ten additional questions that were so intense they made her cry.